The UK’s Employment Rights Act 2025 will be phased in over 2026-2027. Changes include banning zero-hours contracts, ending “fire and rehire”, providing day-one rights for sick pay, parental leave, and protection from unfair dismissal (though with a six-month wait). What ...

The facilities management sector faces a range of challenges in 2026. These include dealing with economic pressures, attracting and retaining talent, navigating rapid technological changes and increasing sustainability demands. How do you think the sector will meet these challenges and ...

  In a panel session at Facilities & Estates Management Live on mental health at work, Sabrina Stubbs, Account Director at Magenta Associates was joined by Hannah Locket, Head of Nutrition at Elior UK, Oliver Hall, National Chair of the ...

In a panel session on the future challenges and opportunities for the FM sector, i-FM’s David Emanuel was joined by Workplace Strategist Debra Ward, Julian Harrison, Business Unit Director of MyFM, Siobhan Jared, Customer Experience Lead for Kings Cross Estates ...

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) inaugural Top Global FM Influencers list recognises leading professionals shaping the future of facility management through innovation, leadership and measurable impact. What qualities does IFMA believe these individuals offer which inspire positive change and ...

The government is promising more training for 16 to 21-year-olds in a bid to ‘refocus the skills landscape towards young, domestic talent’. However, it has also confirmed plans to scrap funding for postgraduate apprenticeships. What kind of impact could this ...

According to the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) as the sector works towards meeting sustainability targets and net zero commitments, the need for evidence-based approaches has never been more critical. What role do you believe technological innovation will ...

According to Deloitte, the global CRE and FM landscape faces a period of rapid evolution, shaped by economic uncertainty and a renewed focus on efficiency and value. This year’s World FM Day theme was ‘Resilience in action: FM thriving in ...

Almost half (42 per cent) of LGBTQ+ employees feel unsupported by management and HR when facing LGBTQ+ issues, according to research from ‘Pride in Leadership’. Issues include a lack of policies that ensure a positive working environment for LGBTQ+ employees, ...

Compliance based safety is a priority for FMs, but behavioural safety can also be used to help reduce workplace incidents and create a safer working environment. How can facilities managers with health and safety responsibilities encourage employees to take personal ...